Do you consider yourself a top arena player? Well, then it's time to start preparing for the 2009 WoW Arena Tournament ! Sign-ups begin Feb. 17.

The tournament will feature an online qualifier played on our special tournament realms. Top teams will proceed to their respective regional finals and compete for a chance to reach the global world championship – with cash prizes totaling over $200,000.

These realms have been outfitted with level 80 character templates and the latest epic gear from Wrath of the Lich King. As an added bonus, we have included exclusive rewards that players can earn by participating in the tournament, including an Armored Murloc in-game pet. Top teams will also contend for a chance to achieve the “Vanquisher” title for their live characters.

More news will be released next week. I'd never make it past the first battle, but I bet many of you could. So who's going to participate?